Is Art of Doubt a good place to start with Metric?

Yes, Art of Doubt is recommended as a starting point for new Metric listeners. A blend of shimmering synths and driving rhythms evokes a sense of introspective urgency and emotional complexity. Released as Metric's sixth studio album, Art of Doubt arrived after a four-year hiatus following their commercially successful album Pagans in Vegas. The band continued to evolve their sound while addressing themes of uncertainty and vulnerability, positioning themselves firmly within the contemporary indie rock landscape.

Who is Art of Doubt for?

Art of Doubt works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, introspective themes of uncertainty and thoughtful reflections on resilience.

How many songs are on Art of Doubt?

Art of Doubt has 12 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Art of Doubt

Metric · 2018

58 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A blend of shimmering synths and driving rhythms evokes a sense of introspective urgency and emotional complexity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Dark Saturday Start here — The opening track sets the tone with its pulsating energy and lyrical exploration of existential dread, immediately drawing listeners into the album's thematic core.
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Now or Never Now — This track encapsulates the album's urgent call to action and reflects a spirited defiance against complacency, highlighted by its anthemic chorus.
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Holding Out — With its reflective lyrics and haunting melodies, this song beautifully captures the tension between hope and despair, serving as a poignant moment on the album.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

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Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong production and thoughtful songwriting, balancing energetic and reflective moments effectively.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features driving rhythms and upbeat tempos, while the second half shifts to more introspective tracks with slower pacing.
Synths are layered prominently throughout, creating a shimmering texture that complements the rhythmic elements.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the emotional complexity of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo listening experience
introspective themes of uncertainty
thoughtful reflections on resilience
synth-driven melodies for focus
for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you

prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
seek instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued evolution and vitality after a four-year hiatus.
Career context: Released as Metric's sixth studio album, Art of Doubt arrived after a four-year hiatus following their commercially successful album Pagans in Vegas. The band continued to evolve their sound while addressing themes of uncertainty and vulnerability, positioning themselves firmly within the contemporary indie rock landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Chvrches· Yeah Yeah Yeahs· Bat for Lashes